161 Seawall Lane
North Cotes, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN36 5XE
Guide Price
£540,000
Residential Tags: Georgian, Grade II
Property Tags: Equestrian
Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: May 2022
- Removed: Dec 2022
- Residential Tags: Georgian, Grade II
- Property Tags: Equestrian
- Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
A handsome 6 bedroom detached residence located in the popular Lincolnshire village of North Cotes set within a large plot of around 1.1 Acres (STS). The property looks out to open countryside enjoying excellent views from its south west facing gardens and paddock.
This Georgian style home boasts grand elegant rooms set over 4000sq FT and 3 storeys. Having undergone extensive renovations by the current vendors to a superb contemporary standard the property benefits 5 reception rooms, modern kitchen diner, bar, 6 double bedrooms one with en suite and 3 further bathrooms.
Externally a range of outbuildings and paddock to side having a separate access making an ideal opportunity for equestrian, horticulture or leisure use (STP).
Directions From Louth take the A16 north for around seven miles to North Thoresby, then turn right by the Halfway House Bar & Grill. Follow the road (B1201) through and away from North Thoresby village until the eventual T-junction with the A1031. Turn right here and proceed to North Cotes village. Turn left into the village along Fleetway and continue for some distance then take the right turn onto Sea Lane. Continue for 1.5 miles and after passing some housing and the Bus Stop take the left turn into Seawall Lane. Continue to the end of the straight road and around the right hand bend, the property will then be immediately on your left.
The Property Believed to date back to the mid 1930s and constructed for the station commander serving at the former RAF North Coates. It is believed that during Winston Churchill's visit to the base in the battle of Britain he dined at the house. The property was built and designed to a grand Georgian style with the top floor originally being designed for servant quarters. The extensive accommodation has been designed with large, elegant rooms with the property positioned on the outskirts of the site to make the most of the open countryside views. The property has brick-faced insulated walls with a pitched timber roof construction covered in clay pantiles with the entire main roof covering being replaced only two years ago. Since the vendors ownership, they have renovated the property to a very high standard to provide contemporary accommodation with uPVC double-glazed windows and oil-fired central heating. Within the total grounds of approximately 1.1 acres (STS) are various outbuildings, together with separate vehicle entrance to the paddock creating great scope for equestrian, horticultural or leisure use (subject to any necessary consents).
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the room layout and not to specific scale)
Hallway Accessed via a part-glazed composite door with timber flooring and further door into the central hallway with part-glazed timber doors into main principal rooms, carpeted flooring and built-in library shelving to sides. Useful understairs storage cupboard with a door through to the:
Rear Porch Having tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring and fully glazed uPVC door into rear garden.
Kitchen Diner A superb open plan room with vaulted ceilings to kitchen area with twin large skylights to roof, windows to three aspects having a range of base units finished in solid oak, Shaker style doors, granite work tops with attractive tiling to all splashbacks, large Belfast sink to one side with mono mixer tap, large pull-out bin unit, space to side for dishwasher. Large pull-out deep pan drawers with soft-close hinges, built-in Hotpoint electric oven with a four-ring gas hob above and chimney hood extractor. Exposed brickwork to one wall having large timber beam, through opening into the dining space with ample room for a large table. Fireplace to side with timber mantelpiece, stone hearth and multi-fuel burner. Space to side for large fridge freezer.
Sitting Room Superbly proportioned reception room having large walk-in bay window overlooking the garden. Further window to side with smart feature fireplace having marble surround and tiled hearth, inset multi-fuel burner, feature wallpaper to walls and grey carpeted flooring.
Dining Room/Study Windows to two aspects overlooking the front, two-tone paint and having carpeted flooring.
Cloaks/WC Free-standing vanity unit with drawers, circular wash hand basin, tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring with a further door to the low-level WC. Hooks provided for coats.
Lounge A further well-proportioned reception room having two windows overlooking the rear garden, feature alcove with built-in timber storage cupboards, connecting door through to:
Utility Room Having built-in tall storage cupboards to side with glazed doors and further shelving below, fitted work top to side with space and plumbing below for washing machine and tumble dryer. Window overlooking the front. Tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
Drawing Room Window overlooking rear garden and having neutral decoration, carpeted flooring and part-glazed timber door.
Rear Hall Providing access to storage cupboards, one housing the floor-mounted oil-fired boiler which is serviced on a regular basis. Further large pantry to side having fully tiled walls. Adjacent is a useful coal bunker having hatch to side. Further large cupboard to end, ideal as pantry fitted with shelving.
Games Room A large L-shaped room having patio doors onto the rear garden, windows to two aspects, wood-effect laminated flooring, loft hatch to roof space and having a multi-fuel burner to side with stone hearth and tiled surround.
Bar/Gym A superb feature fitted out with a built-in bar of timber construction, frosted glass window to the front and having wall-mounted heater. Feature timber cladding to one wall.
Vestibule Accessed from the driveway and internal door into the games room, this undecorated room with concrete floor and painted brickwork walls, polycarbonate roof covering, ideal for storage of bikes and equipment.
First Floor Landing Large spacious staircase having timber banister and windows overlooking the front garden. Door into useful storage cupboard with further understairs cupboard adjacent the bathroom, further door giving access to the walk-in airing cupboard having hot water cylinder and shelving provided for laundry. Timber doors into bedrooms and bathroom off landing, carpeted flooring.
Master Bedroom A very large and grand double bedroom with large bay window overlooking the gardens with superb views across open countryside. Built in wardrobes to side with hanging rail and shelving, feature wallpaper to walls, overhead storage cupboards and having carpeted flooring. Door through into:
En Suite Bathroom Large bathroom suite having panelled bath with Triton electric shower unit above, slate tiling to all wet areas, shower screen to side, heritage style low-level WC and wash hand basin, contemporary vertical column radiator, frosted glass window to two aspects and having a built-in dressing table to side with worktop and drawers below, extractor fan to wall. Wood-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
Bedroom 2 A large double bedroom with twin windows overlooking rear garden, built-in wardrobes to side with hanging rails and shelving. Neutral decoration and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 3 Another large double bedroom with windows overlooking rear garden, built-in wardrobes to side with shelving and hanging space, feature wallpaper and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 4 A final double bedroom on the first floor with window overlooking front, built-in wardrobes to side having hanging rails and drawers provided, attractively decorated with carpeted flooring.
Family Bathroom Having roll-top part free-standing bath with chrome feet, wash hand basin to side, frosted windows to two aspects, attractive grey painted panelling to walls and heated towel rail. Spotlights and herringbone pattern, wood-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
WC Adjacent to the bathroom and could be knocked through to one room if required with part tiling to walls, low-level WC and frosted glass window.
Shower Room A smart separate shower room having large walk-in shower with Mira electric shower unit, tiling to walls and floors, extractor fan to wall, frosted glass window to front and heated towel rail to side.
Second Floor Landing Part-vaulted ceilings with timber banister and spindles.
Bedroom 5 A further large double bedroom being freshly decorated and carpeted. Window to side, door giving access to a useful cupboard, double patio doors giving access to a superb balcony over the bay window below with brick pillars (railings due to be fitted shortly), giving excellent open countryside views for miles beyond, ideal for use as a breakfast terrace.
Bedroom 6 Another large double bedroom with windows to two aspects, eaves storage to side, freshly decorated and having uncovered floor ready for the purchaser to fit their own preference of carpeting.
Dressing Room/Bedroom 7 An excellent versatile room currently in an unfinished state ready for the buyers to add their own finishing touches. The room would make an ideal walk-in dressing room or could easily make a good size bedroom 7 if required or a useful home working space. Window overlooking garden and having fitted cupboards to side. Loft hatch to roof space.
Bathroom Comprising low-level WC, wash hand basin and a sit-in small bath with hand shower attachment with tiling to wet areas. Ample space to replace bath with a shower cubicle if required. Small window overlooking front and having a plywood floor ready for the purchasers to fit their own choice of flooring.
Front Garden Accessed via double wrought iron gates into a spacious driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. Front garden laid mainly to lawn having fencing and hedging to boundaries. Range of mature trees, oil storage tank to side and having access to the three-bay carport of timber construction and corrugated steel roof covering. To the side is a further open bay barn of timber construction with corrugated steel roof covering. Chicken hut to side with enclosed run.
Rear Garden Having a superb south-westerly aspect with open countryside views beyond, laid predominantly to lawn with a range of mature trees, fencing and hedging to perimeters. To one corner is a useful workshop of brick and timber construction with garage up and over door to front with double patio doors to side. Useful space to front having lights and electric provided, ideal for garden machinery storage or could be converted to a smart summer house. Door through to rear section ideal for use as a workshop having window to side and fitted work bench and cupboards, electric and lighting provided, concrete floors.
Towards the rear of the garden is a concrete patio area with brick surrounding wall with feature inset tiling. Slabbed ledge providing a seating area, perfect for al fresco dining and barbecue area. Decking area adjacent the property with terraced area ideal for outdoor seating. Brick-built barbecue, timber raised play house with steps, slide and swings and having sand pit below.
Paddock Adjacent the property is a triangular shaped paddock incorporated within the total site area of 1.1 acres (STS), laid to grass pasture. To one side is an outbuilding having timber frame and corrugates steel roof covering in need of refurbishment but could be utilised for a variety of purposes. Range of mature trees with a wild area to the far end. The paddock also has its own separate, timber-gated vehicular access making it ideal for equestrian use with ample space for stables to be erected, subject to any necessary consents.
Location North Cotes is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated close to the coast, 4 miles (6 km) to the east, and 10 miles (16 km) north-east from the town of Louth. It is also only 11.6 miles (18 km) from the famous port town of Grimsby.
Schooling is served by North Cotes CE Primary school which provides education from early years through to KS2. The nearby bus stop is also serviced twice daily by school buses for primary and two secondary schools plus Grimsby College. The village has the Grade II Listed Church of St Nicholas. It is also an area popular with walkers and cyclists due to its semi-rural nature which many great routes located on its doorstep.
Viewing Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.
General Information The particulars of this property are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for individual items. No appliances have been tested. Fixtures, fittings, carpets and curtains are excluded unless otherwise stated. Plans/Maps are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage but no utility searches have been carried out to confirm at this stage. The property is in Council Tax band D. We are advised that the property is freehold and subject to a rent charge of around £105 per annum for maintenance of shared roads and gardens. EQST RUPR
Marketed by: Masons, Louth
This Georgian style home boasts grand elegant rooms set over 4000sq FT and 3 storeys. Having undergone extensive renovations by the current vendors to a superb contemporary standard the property benefits 5 reception rooms, modern kitchen diner, bar, 6 double bedrooms one with en suite and 3 further bathrooms.
Externally a range of outbuildings and paddock to side having a separate access making an ideal opportunity for equestrian, horticulture or leisure use (STP).
Directions From Louth take the A16 north for around seven miles to North Thoresby, then turn right by the Halfway House Bar & Grill. Follow the road (B1201) through and away from North Thoresby village until the eventual T-junction with the A1031. Turn right here and proceed to North Cotes village. Turn left into the village along Fleetway and continue for some distance then take the right turn onto Sea Lane. Continue for 1.5 miles and after passing some housing and the Bus Stop take the left turn into Seawall Lane. Continue to the end of the straight road and around the right hand bend, the property will then be immediately on your left.
The Property Believed to date back to the mid 1930s and constructed for the station commander serving at the former RAF North Coates. It is believed that during Winston Churchill's visit to the base in the battle of Britain he dined at the house. The property was built and designed to a grand Georgian style with the top floor originally being designed for servant quarters. The extensive accommodation has been designed with large, elegant rooms with the property positioned on the outskirts of the site to make the most of the open countryside views. The property has brick-faced insulated walls with a pitched timber roof construction covered in clay pantiles with the entire main roof covering being replaced only two years ago. Since the vendors ownership, they have renovated the property to a very high standard to provide contemporary accommodation with uPVC double-glazed windows and oil-fired central heating. Within the total grounds of approximately 1.1 acres (STS) are various outbuildings, together with separate vehicle entrance to the paddock creating great scope for equestrian, horticultural or leisure use (subject to any necessary consents).
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the room layout and not to specific scale)
Hallway Accessed via a part-glazed composite door with timber flooring and further door into the central hallway with part-glazed timber doors into main principal rooms, carpeted flooring and built-in library shelving to sides. Useful understairs storage cupboard with a door through to the:
Rear Porch Having tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring and fully glazed uPVC door into rear garden.
Kitchen Diner A superb open plan room with vaulted ceilings to kitchen area with twin large skylights to roof, windows to three aspects having a range of base units finished in solid oak, Shaker style doors, granite work tops with attractive tiling to all splashbacks, large Belfast sink to one side with mono mixer tap, large pull-out bin unit, space to side for dishwasher. Large pull-out deep pan drawers with soft-close hinges, built-in Hotpoint electric oven with a four-ring gas hob above and chimney hood extractor. Exposed brickwork to one wall having large timber beam, through opening into the dining space with ample room for a large table. Fireplace to side with timber mantelpiece, stone hearth and multi-fuel burner. Space to side for large fridge freezer.
Sitting Room Superbly proportioned reception room having large walk-in bay window overlooking the garden. Further window to side with smart feature fireplace having marble surround and tiled hearth, inset multi-fuel burner, feature wallpaper to walls and grey carpeted flooring.
Dining Room/Study Windows to two aspects overlooking the front, two-tone paint and having carpeted flooring.
Cloaks/WC Free-standing vanity unit with drawers, circular wash hand basin, tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring with a further door to the low-level WC. Hooks provided for coats.
Lounge A further well-proportioned reception room having two windows overlooking the rear garden, feature alcove with built-in timber storage cupboards, connecting door through to:
Utility Room Having built-in tall storage cupboards to side with glazed doors and further shelving below, fitted work top to side with space and plumbing below for washing machine and tumble dryer. Window overlooking the front. Tile-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
Drawing Room Window overlooking rear garden and having neutral decoration, carpeted flooring and part-glazed timber door.
Rear Hall Providing access to storage cupboards, one housing the floor-mounted oil-fired boiler which is serviced on a regular basis. Further large pantry to side having fully tiled walls. Adjacent is a useful coal bunker having hatch to side. Further large cupboard to end, ideal as pantry fitted with shelving.
Games Room A large L-shaped room having patio doors onto the rear garden, windows to two aspects, wood-effect laminated flooring, loft hatch to roof space and having a multi-fuel burner to side with stone hearth and tiled surround.
Bar/Gym A superb feature fitted out with a built-in bar of timber construction, frosted glass window to the front and having wall-mounted heater. Feature timber cladding to one wall.
Vestibule Accessed from the driveway and internal door into the games room, this undecorated room with concrete floor and painted brickwork walls, polycarbonate roof covering, ideal for storage of bikes and equipment.
First Floor Landing Large spacious staircase having timber banister and windows overlooking the front garden. Door into useful storage cupboard with further understairs cupboard adjacent the bathroom, further door giving access to the walk-in airing cupboard having hot water cylinder and shelving provided for laundry. Timber doors into bedrooms and bathroom off landing, carpeted flooring.
Master Bedroom A very large and grand double bedroom with large bay window overlooking the gardens with superb views across open countryside. Built in wardrobes to side with hanging rail and shelving, feature wallpaper to walls, overhead storage cupboards and having carpeted flooring. Door through into:
En Suite Bathroom Large bathroom suite having panelled bath with Triton electric shower unit above, slate tiling to all wet areas, shower screen to side, heritage style low-level WC and wash hand basin, contemporary vertical column radiator, frosted glass window to two aspects and having a built-in dressing table to side with worktop and drawers below, extractor fan to wall. Wood-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
Bedroom 2 A large double bedroom with twin windows overlooking rear garden, built-in wardrobes to side with hanging rails and shelving. Neutral decoration and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 3 Another large double bedroom with windows overlooking rear garden, built-in wardrobes to side with shelving and hanging space, feature wallpaper and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 4 A final double bedroom on the first floor with window overlooking front, built-in wardrobes to side having hanging rails and drawers provided, attractively decorated with carpeted flooring.
Family Bathroom Having roll-top part free-standing bath with chrome feet, wash hand basin to side, frosted windows to two aspects, attractive grey painted panelling to walls and heated towel rail. Spotlights and herringbone pattern, wood-effect vinyl cushion flooring.
WC Adjacent to the bathroom and could be knocked through to one room if required with part tiling to walls, low-level WC and frosted glass window.
Shower Room A smart separate shower room having large walk-in shower with Mira electric shower unit, tiling to walls and floors, extractor fan to wall, frosted glass window to front and heated towel rail to side.
Second Floor Landing Part-vaulted ceilings with timber banister and spindles.
Bedroom 5 A further large double bedroom being freshly decorated and carpeted. Window to side, door giving access to a useful cupboard, double patio doors giving access to a superb balcony over the bay window below with brick pillars (railings due to be fitted shortly), giving excellent open countryside views for miles beyond, ideal for use as a breakfast terrace.
Bedroom 6 Another large double bedroom with windows to two aspects, eaves storage to side, freshly decorated and having uncovered floor ready for the purchaser to fit their own preference of carpeting.
Dressing Room/Bedroom 7 An excellent versatile room currently in an unfinished state ready for the buyers to add their own finishing touches. The room would make an ideal walk-in dressing room or could easily make a good size bedroom 7 if required or a useful home working space. Window overlooking garden and having fitted cupboards to side. Loft hatch to roof space.
Bathroom Comprising low-level WC, wash hand basin and a sit-in small bath with hand shower attachment with tiling to wet areas. Ample space to replace bath with a shower cubicle if required. Small window overlooking front and having a plywood floor ready for the purchasers to fit their own choice of flooring.
Front Garden Accessed via double wrought iron gates into a spacious driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. Front garden laid mainly to lawn having fencing and hedging to boundaries. Range of mature trees, oil storage tank to side and having access to the three-bay carport of timber construction and corrugated steel roof covering. To the side is a further open bay barn of timber construction with corrugated steel roof covering. Chicken hut to side with enclosed run.
Rear Garden Having a superb south-westerly aspect with open countryside views beyond, laid predominantly to lawn with a range of mature trees, fencing and hedging to perimeters. To one corner is a useful workshop of brick and timber construction with garage up and over door to front with double patio doors to side. Useful space to front having lights and electric provided, ideal for garden machinery storage or could be converted to a smart summer house. Door through to rear section ideal for use as a workshop having window to side and fitted work bench and cupboards, electric and lighting provided, concrete floors.
Towards the rear of the garden is a concrete patio area with brick surrounding wall with feature inset tiling. Slabbed ledge providing a seating area, perfect for al fresco dining and barbecue area. Decking area adjacent the property with terraced area ideal for outdoor seating. Brick-built barbecue, timber raised play house with steps, slide and swings and having sand pit below.
Paddock Adjacent the property is a triangular shaped paddock incorporated within the total site area of 1.1 acres (STS), laid to grass pasture. To one side is an outbuilding having timber frame and corrugates steel roof covering in need of refurbishment but could be utilised for a variety of purposes. Range of mature trees with a wild area to the far end. The paddock also has its own separate, timber-gated vehicular access making it ideal for equestrian use with ample space for stables to be erected, subject to any necessary consents.
Location North Cotes is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated close to the coast, 4 miles (6 km) to the east, and 10 miles (16 km) north-east from the town of Louth. It is also only 11.6 miles (18 km) from the famous port town of Grimsby.
Schooling is served by North Cotes CE Primary school which provides education from early years through to KS2. The nearby bus stop is also serviced twice daily by school buses for primary and two secondary schools plus Grimsby College. The village has the Grade II Listed Church of St Nicholas. It is also an area popular with walkers and cyclists due to its semi-rural nature which many great routes located on its doorstep.
Viewing Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.
General Information The particulars of this property are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for individual items. No appliances have been tested. Fixtures, fittings, carpets and curtains are excluded unless otherwise stated. Plans/Maps are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage but no utility searches have been carried out to confirm at this stage. The property is in Council Tax band D. We are advised that the property is freehold and subject to a rent charge of around £105 per annum for maintenance of shared roads and gardens. EQST RUPR
Marketed by: Masons, Louth
Land Registry Data
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